End of Year Resources from University Life
Dear Students,
Our community has and continues to face an extraordinarily challenging time. It has impacted most, if not all of us, in some way. In times of high stress and concern, it is even more difficult to care for ourselves. If you are struggling to concentrate on your work and obligations, know you are not alone. I hope you will take time to focus on your well-being and consider how you can offer support to others within our community. In this moment and always, please remember to ask for help when you need it.
Below are resources that are available to you, and remember, your Dean of Students is an additional source of support.
Talk to Someone:
- Morningside/Manhattanville Students: In-person and virtual support is available from Columbia Health through:
- In-person medical or mental health appointments. Learn more.
- Drop-in Hours - Virtual options are available, if you cannot access campus.
- Wellness Coaching
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) is also available 24/7 at 212-854-2878, if you need immediate assistance.
- CUIMC Students: Support is available from Student Health on Haven through:
- Support sessions and individual counseling
- Well-being strategy sessions
- TELUS Health offers 24/7 support via chat and phone, if you need immediate assistance.
- All Students: For religious and spiritual care, you can connect with Religious Life.
Food Access
- What's Open for Columbia Dining Plan Holders
- The Food Pantry at Columbia – The CUIMC location is open and available to all students.
- Visit the Center for Student Success and Intervention Services page for additional food resources.
Moving out and unable to take all of your pantry items?
- Help donate canned goods and non-perishable items to The Food Pantry at Columbia.
Bias, Discrimination, Harassment & Doxing Concerns
- If you have experienced or witnessed an incident of discrimination, harassment or bias, please report it here. The University takes all reports seriously and follows-up accordingly. If you need additional support, please reach out to your Dean of Students. They will connect you with University resources.
- Doxing has impacted many in our community, either directly by being doxed or indirectly by instilling fear and intimidation. You can learn more about what to do if you are doxed and how to protect yourself against doxing in this guide. If you have been doxed, reach out to [email protected] to request additional support.
Study Spots
If you are looking for a space to study, check out one of these spaces:
- Manhattanville Campus: The Forum’s ground floor Atrium and Dear Mama Specialty Coffee Bar
- New York Public Library locations
- Laptop Friendly Coffee Shops around NYC reported by The Infatuation
- Lerner Hall is open for all Columbia undergraduate students (CC, SEAS, GS). Hours are 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Friday, May 10. Learn more.
Study Break and Destress Ideas
Short breaks can go a long way. Here are a few ideas:
- Get outside and explore some of Uptown’s gardens. You might also enjoy this 10-minute walking meditation.
- Try these seated desk stretches.
- Be gentle with yourself. If you’re in a difficult moment or feeling overwhelmed, acknowledge it, and practice self-compassion. This short meditation is a good place to start.
Virtual & Off-Campus Events
- Join Weekly Mindfulness Meditation from Student Health on Haven.
- Mondays | 10 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. | Join via Zoom
- Wednesdays | 2 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | Join via Zoom
- Check out these Free & Low-cost Activities for ideas about how to explore NYC
- Graduating? Join Columbia Health to understand your Health Insurance Benefits after Graduation on May 9 at 2 p.m.
- CUIMC Students: Join the Pet Therapy mailing list to learn about upcoming events.
Take care,
Joseph Defraine Greenwell, Ed.D.
Senior Vice President for Student Affairs
University Life
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